Smith J M, Richardson J D, Grover F L, Arom K V, Webb G E, Trinkle J K
J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg. 1976 Aug;72(2):296-8.
Air embolism following penetrating lung trauma has been reported infrequently and its existence is questioned. A death resulting from air embolism following a high-velocity gunshot wound is presented. Appropriate treatment and preventive measures are discussed.